Highlighther: Shining the Spotlight on Female Entrepreneurs

Behind the Mic: Flipping the Script | Melissa Asks the Questions

Send Fan Mail! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602054/fan_mail/new] For this special bonus episode, we’re doing things a little differently. HighlightHer listener (and superfan) Melissa stepped into the host chair and turned the mic around on me. She was the host and I answered listener questions submitted from across the U.S. — and even Australia! Together, we talked about the journey behind HighlightHer, the life happenings that shaped me, what I’ve learned from entrepreneurship, and the heart behind this podcast community. In this episode, we discuss: * How long HighlightHer lived as an idea before becoming a real podcast * What I’ve loved most about podcasting so far * The life experiences that shaped my encouraging and people-focused approach * How I choose guests for HighlightHer * The common threads I see among women entrepreneurs * Thoughts on networking, social media, and growing a business * Tips for building stronger interpersonal skills and becoming a better connector * And more! Questions featured from: * Donna in Indiana * Melissa in Michigan * Monica in Utah * Jan in Michigan * Christina in Australia Thank you for listening, encouraging, sharing episodes, and helping make Season 1 so special. I’m excited for what’s ahead in Season 2. Want more conversations like this? Join the HighlightHer community [https://highlighthernetwork.kit.com/podcast] and I’ll send new episodes, encouragement, and behind-the-scenes updates your way. Curious about my e-book The Power of One? Find it on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Power-One-Change-Your-Perspective-ebook/dp/B019BSOH00]. Connect with HighlightHer: Join the fun with HighlightHer Network on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/share/1GCaPzr3Zb/]! Be sure to follow the HighlightHer podcast so you can hear each episode. After all, you never know when her story will inspire your next step. Know someone who should be a guest on the HighlightHer podcast? Nominate them here! [https://forms.gle/17HQcxiExoo5xx9Y7] Want to start your own podcast? BuzzSprout simplifies it for you! Use my referral code [https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2535567], and we each get a $20 credit! Need a place to create and store QR codes? QR Tiger to the rescue! Their dynamic QR codes make it easy to change out links should you want your code’s job to change. Use this referral link and we both get a gift. [https://qrcode-tiger.com/share-code/3AOW-R79V] Credits Editing: Greg Herman Music: “Corporate Inspiration” track - by Oleksandr Savochka at Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-corporate-inspiration-166666/]

Autism Mom Creates Etsy Business That Ships Worldwide | Monica McDonald of The Fine Lime

Send Fan Mail! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602054/fan_mail/new] When your child has extra needs that limit your work options, sometimes you have to get creative on how to bring in an income for your family. Monica McDonald has three boys with autism. She couldn't work a traditional outside-the-home job, so she decided to sell items on Etsy. That wasn't sustainable long-term; however, through that experience, she created a business fifteen years strong! In this episode you'll hear: * It's ok to make mistakes if you do this... * How entrepreneurship changed Monica * One of THE best things to do before starting a business * Why supporting other small businesses is important for your business * And more Monica McDonald is the savvy entrepreneur behind The Fine Lime artisan yarn shop. She took a skill learned in childhood and turned it into a business that ships worldwide. Interact with Monica On Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/thefinelime] and  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thefinelime] At YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@thefinelimeyarn] Shop her website [http://thefinelime.etsy.com] Connect with HighlightHer Join the fun with HighlightHer Network on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/share/1GCaPzr3Zb/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/highlighthernetwork/]! Love supporting small businesses and hearing great stories?  Sign up here [https://highlighthernetwork.kit.com/podcast] for the podcast newsletter, The Scoop! Enjoyed the podcast? Tap that follow button! Credits Editing: Greg Herman Music: “Corporate Inspiration” track - by Oleksandr Savochka at Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-corporate-inspiration-166666/]

From Foster Moms to Community Resource | Downriver Foster Closet

Send Fan Mail! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602054/fan_mail/new] Charity and Kim, both foster moms, saw the many needs foster families run into and decided to do something about it. Without prior experience, they dove into the world of non-profits. If you’ve ever considered starting your own non-profit, this is the episode to listen to!  What You’ll Hear: * Tips for someone wanting to start a non-profit * Lessons learned that can save you time * Encouragement to start where you are * And more! Learn More about Downriver Foster Closet: On Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/downriverfoster/] On Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Downriverfostercloset] On YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@downriverfostercloset] At their website [https://www.downriverfostercloset.org/] Visit the Downriver Foster Closet [https://maps.app.goo.gl/fP2ymeHg4A7n53MG6] Connect with HighlightHer Join the fun with HighlightHer Network on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/share/1GCaPzr3Zb/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/highlighthernetwork/]! Love supporting small businesses and hearing great stories?  Sign up here [https://highlighthernetwork.kit.com/podcast] for The Scoop, the podcast newsletter! Enjoyed the podcast? Tap that follow button! Credits Editing: Greg Herman Music: “Corporate Inspiration” track - by Oleksandr Savochka at Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-corporate-inspiration-166666/]

How to Overcome Changes in Business Trends As An Entrepreneur | Anne Sabatos of The Bling Thing

Send Fan Mail! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602054/fan_mail/new] Shopper preferences and economic times fluctuate. What if you could learn to ride the rollercoaster of business change instead of giving up when the trends change?  What you’ll hear: * An incredibly gutsy story of a woman-owned business * One of the best things you can do for your business * A lesson in thinking like a prepared entrepreneur * And more! Anne Sabatos of The Bling Thing has many years of experience as an entrepreneur. She has weathered myriad changes, including the period of 2020. Listen in to get the boost you need to keep going! Connect with Anne: On Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheBlingThing] ,  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the_bling.thing/] , and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@theblingthing12/] Shop her website [http://theblingthing.com] Interact with HighlightHer: Join the fun with HighlightHer Network on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/share/1GCaPzr3Zb/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/highlighthernetwork/]! Love supporting small businesses and hearing great stories? Get The Scoop delivered to your inbox – sign up here [https://highlighthernetwork.kit.com/podcast]. Did you enjoy this episode? Tap that follow button. After all, you never know when her story will inspire your next step! Credits Editing: Greg Herman Music: “Corporate Inspiration” track - by Oleksandr Savochka at Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-corporate-inspiration-166666/]

Female Founder Fulfills Childhood Dream | Jan Dale of Dale House Murals

Send Fan Mail! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2602054/fan_mail/new] What happens when your childhood dream gets squashed? Most people, like Jan Dale, find something else to do. But when opportunity comes knocking in a big way…do you launch a business or hold yourself back? In this episode you’ll hear: * Why a newsletter is important for your business * Inspiration for being brave as an entrepreneur * Tips for creative businesses * And more! Jan Dale of Jan Dale Fine Art takes us on her journey as a female entrepreneur who got to circle back to her original aspiration of being an artist. If you’ve been needing a dose of inspiration, you need to hear her story. Connect with Jan and her exquisite art: On Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jandalefineart/] On Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/dalehousemurals/] At her website [http://jandalefineart.com] Get Jan’s fabulous newsletter [https://www.jandalefineart.com/email-newsletter]. Learn more about the fun Art & Story Club [http://jandaleartandstoryclub.carrd.co]! See her art in person at the River’s Edge Gallery in Wyandotte, Michigan [https://maps.app.goo.gl/gdvdNipL76grP4Cz6]. Learn about the Professional Artist Association [https://professionalartist.com/].   Interact with HighlightHer: Join the fun with HighlightHer Network on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/share/1GCaPzr3Zb/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/highlighthernetwork/]! Love supporting small businesses and hearing great stories? Get the podcast newsletter delivered to your inbox – sign up here [https://highlighthernetwork.kit.com/podcast]. Did you enjoy this episode? Tap that follow button. After all, you never know when her story will inspire your next step! Credits Editing: Greg Herman Music: “Corporate Inspiration” track - by Oleksandr Savochka at Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-corporate-inspiration-166666/]